Normal

Written by Anthony NeilsonDirected by Chris Loveless

11 Oct 2009 to 22 Oct 2009The Brewery Theatre, Bristol

Do we bear monsters? Or do we create them?

Based on actual events in 1920's Dusseldorf, 'Normal' tells the story of Peter Kurten who was found guilty of nine horrific murders. Kurten's lawyer wants to enter a plea of insanity, but as he gets to know his client better, he finds his views about the world and his ideas of madness and sanity are shaken to their foundations.

This disturbing and provocative play is one of the earliest works by one of Britain's most acclaimed contemporary playwrights.

This was our first production at new Bristol theatre space The Brewery.

Reviews

"I wouldn't generally enthuse about an hour spent in the company of a man whose idea of a good time was to wrench the head off a swan and drink its blood, but I'm making an exception for the current production of Normal at the Brewery. It's sensational" Crysse Morrison, Plays International